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City Parks

City Parks

 

Parks and open spaces have been a part of Worcester's history since the City's founding. In the late 17th Century, the area that is now the Worcester Common, was used as a training ground for the militia, burial ground and the site of the settlers' meetinghouse. Over the past few centuries, this piece of land has evolved into the wonderful Worcester Common you see today. However, the best known historic park in Worcester is Elm Park. Purchased in 1854, using public funds, it is recognized as one of the first purchases of land for a public park in the United States. Both the Common and Elm Park are on the National Register of Historic Places. 

Given Worcester's Central location, we are blessed with an abundance of park lands. Worcester has many parks throughout the city, which offer residents and visitors a wealth of activities with its vast array of green and blue space. Whether you are interested in going to a playground, discovering some of Worcester's history, having a picnic, playing a sport or just getting out and enjoying nature, there is a park for you!

You can watch the Open Space & Recreation Plan Updates and more on our Video Archive page.

City Park Plans

List Parks

The City of Worcester has many parks located throughout the City.
Park Location
Apricot Street Playground 65 Apricot Street
Bailey-Prouty Playground 89 Prouty Lane
Ball Property 59 Dane Avenue
Banis Street Playlot 79 Houghton Street
Beaver Brook Park 300 Chandler Street
Bell Hill (Chandler) Park 184 Belmont Street
Bennett Field 1258 Main Street
Betty Price Playground 69 Laurel Street
Blackstone Gateway Park 15 McKeon Road
Blithewood Park 10 Blithewood Avenue
Boynton Park 599 Mower Street
Burncoat (North) Park 70 North Parkway
Burncoat Street Playground 524 Burncoat Street
Cascades Park 151 Cataract Street
City Hall Common 99 Front Street
Coal Mine Brook 616 Plantation Street
Coes Pond Parks 72 Coes Street
Cookson Field 103 Clay Street
Cristoforo Colombo (East) Park 180 Shrewsbury Street
Crompton Park 47 Quinsigamond Avenue
Dodge Park 81 Randolph Road
Elm Park 121 Russell Street
Fairmount Park 22 Hemans Street
Farber Field 90 Camelot Drive
Grant Square 21 Northampton Street
Great Brook Valley Playground 33 Northeast Cutoff
Green Hill Park 301 Green Hill Parkway
Greenwood Park 14 Forsberg Street
Hadwen Park 19 Heard Street
Harrington Field 720 Franklin Street
Harry Sherry Field (S. Worcester Playground) 380 Cambridge Street
Holland Rink Playground 441 Lincoln Street
Holmes Field 201 Plantation Street
Indian Hill Park 165 Ararat Street
Indian Lake Beach 34 Sherburne Avenue
Institute Park 82 Salisbury Street
Kendrick Field 7 Brooks Street
Korean War Memorial 52 Foster Street
Lake Park 600 Hamilton Street
Lake View Playground 125 Coburn Avenue
Logan Field 539 Mill Street
Morgan Landing 580 Grove Street
Mulcahy Field 158 Dorchester Street
Oakland Heights Playground 26 Park Hill Road
Oread Castle Park 20 Alden Street
Providence Street Playground 239 Providence Street
Ramshorn Island 422 Belmont Street
Rockwood Field 540 Chandler Street
Salisbury Park 26 Massachusetts Avenue
Shore Park 85 Shore Drive
Tacoma Street Playground 285 Tacoma Street
Ty Cobb Park 67 James Street
University (Crystal) Park 965 Main Street
Vernon Hill Park 144 Providence Street
Wetherell Estate Park (Duffy Field) 55 Newton Avenue
Winslow & Pleasant (Peace) Park 374 Pleasant Street

Search Park Features

Are you looking to find a park that has a specific feature or attribute? Maybe you'd like to find all parks that have tennis courts or playgrounds. If so, use the list below to select a specific category that fits your needs, hit Search and click on a park name for more detailed information.
Select any feature or attribute and click on Search to see results.

Programs & Initiatives

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Downtown Dog Park Sign in the Shape of a Dog's Head with Grassy Area in Background

Dog Parks

The City's first ever off-leash dog park opened in August of 2017. This double-gated, fenced and secured area within Vernon Hill Park offers dogs and dog lovers a place to go and enjoy the company of other animals.

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Yoga in the Park

Parks & Recreation

The Parks Division is responsible for services provided by forestry, recreation programs, parks, Hope Cemetery, public building maintenance, and the Green Hill Golf Course.
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Recreation Worcester Staff and Kids Playing with Hands Raised

Recreation Worcester

Recreation Worcester is a free year-round out-of-school time program run by the City of Worcester. Through after-school programs, students will engage with program staff and community partners in enriching, athletic, artistic and academic programming.

Group of People Exercising/Dancing in an Open Space

Summer Fitness Series

The goal of this program is to provide Worcester residents with opportunities to engage in healthy eating, active living, community building, and spending the summer becoming a healthier Worcester. We hope to see you there!

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Special Features

People Eating on the Worcester Common

Worcester Common Oval

The Worcester Common is located in the core of the City and home to a number of popular events such as the Out to Lunch Concert Series, annual festivals, outdoor activities and more.

Greenhill Golf Course

Green Hill Golf Course

The City of Worcester Parks, Recreation, & Cemetery Division maintains and manages a par 72, 18-hole municipal golf course. City residents and non-City residents can enjoy an exciting round of golf.

Sheep at Greenhill Park Farm

Green Hill Park Farm

The Green Hill Park Farm is home to various gentle farm animals and is a great place for families with children looking for a leisurely activity on a nice day. The farm is free of charge and open to the public.

Wetland Birds Interpretive Sign Located Along the Boardwalk

Blackstone Interpretive Signage

Providing historical and ecological info about the wildlife and plants in the area, as well as the Blackstone River and the role it played in the history of Worcester and the Blackstone Valley Corridor.